First Known Use: before 12th century
Dictionary
1lust
noun \ˈləst\
: a strong feeling of sexual desire
: a strong desire for something
Full Definition of LUST
2
: usu. intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness
3
a : an intense longing : craving <a lust to succeed> b : enthusiasm, eagerness <admired his lust for life>
See lust defined for English-language learners
See lust defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of LUST
Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German lust pleasure and perhaps to Latin lascivus wanton
Related to LUST
- Synonyms
- ardor, concupiscence, eros, eroticism, horniness, itch, lustfulness, passion
- Antonyms
- apathy, indifference
2lust
verb
: to have a strong sexual desire for someone
: to have a strong desire for something
Full Definition of LUST
intransitive verb
: to have an intense desire or need : crave; specifically : to have a sexual urge
See lust defined for English-language learners
First Known Use of LUST
12th century
LUST Defined for Kids
lust
noun \ˈləst\
Definition of LUST for Kids
: a strong longing <She has a lust for adventure.>
Learn More About LUST
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: luster (noun)Previous Word in the Dictionary: lusoryAll Words Near: lust
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up lust? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).